| | | Family | Malvaceae | | Plant Type | broadleaf evergreen | | Zone | USDA: 10a - 11 RHS: HH - FT EGF: G1 - G2 Australia: 4 - 5 | | Care Level | medium | | Height | 1.8 - 2.4 m (6 - 8 ft) | | Spread | 1.5 - 1.8 m (5 - 6 ft) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | The broadleaf evergreen Hibiscus schizopetalus (Japanese lantern) bears showy and bright pink flowers. The foliage is evergreen. | | Typical Uses | Annual. | | Special Characteristics | Butterflies are attracted to Hibiscus schizopetalus . In the winter, Hibiscus schizopetalus provides winter interest. | | |